Quinoa with Pistachios and Dried Cherries
Dried cherries and pistachios taste great together in this colorful side dish. It’s festive for a holiday meal, and makes great leftovers!
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cooked quinoa, cooled
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup raw pistachios, coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup dried cherries (low sugar preferably), coarsely chopped
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup champagne (or balsamic) vinegar
Instructions
Here are your instructions:
Combine quinoa, green onions, pistachios, cherries, and basil in large serving bowl; mix well.
Season with salt and pepper; drizzle with olive oil and vinegar; toss gently to blend.
Refrigerate, covered, for 2 to 3 hours, or until cold. Serve cold.
Recipe Notes
Credit: Team Beachbody
